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Why the Right Office Space Is a Competitive Advantage for SMEs

17 September 202518 September 2025 Hiren Chheda No Comments

Hiren Chheda, Founder & Managing Director of Ekatva Group and Chairman, Commercial Development, MCHI Thane, underscores that selecting the right office space can shape an SME’s growth as decisively as product innovation or market strategy. He notes that factors such as location, cost structure, and the surrounding business ecosystem influence credibility, talent attraction, and long-term…

FEATURED, Opinion, SMEs, TOP STORIES

The Governance Premium: Why Trust Outperforms Growth

11 September 202511 September 2025 Rupam Tandon No Comments

Strong governance is no longer a compliance burden but a strategic advantage. Startups and SMEs that embed transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership gain investor trust, secure better valuations, and build resilience in uncertain markets. In today’s funding landscape, governance is the true dividend that fuels sustainable growth.

ESG, FEATURED, Governance, Opinion, SMEs, start-up, TOP STORIES

Entrepreneurship, Values, and Corporate Governance: Building Nations, Not Just Profits

21 August 202527 January 2026 Perumal Koshy No Comments Featured

World Entrepreneurship Day 2025: Why Values and Human-Centered Governance Matter On World Entrepreneurship Day, it is time to rethink what entrepreneurship truly means. Sustainable enterprise is not measured by overwork, unicorn valuations, or profit alone; it is about building businesses that respect human capital, uphold labour and environmental standards, and foster creativity, inclusion, and societal…

Entreprenurs, FEATURED, Leadership, Opinion, TOP STORIES

Global Automotive Coatings Market Poised to Reach USD 29.1 Billion by 2032

20 August 202518 September 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

The worldwide automotive coatings industry is projected to grow from USD 18.4 billion in 2024 to USD 29.1 billion by 2032, according to a new market study by Research Intelo. The report forecasts a 5.2 percent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) between 2025 and 2033, citing surging vehicle production, stringent environmental regulations, and rapid advances…

News, TOP STORIES

A New Landmark Report Calls for Rethinking SME Policies, Digital Readiness, and Sustainable Growth

13 August 202528 September 2025 Perumal Koshy No Comments

Enterprising Futures: Global SME Insights 2025 New Delhi, India – August 2025 – A new 276-page flagship report, Enterprising Futures: Global SME Insights 2025, calls for a fundamental rethinking of how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are supported in a rapidly changing global economy. Drawing on 25 thematic chapters and 12 expert commentaries from leading…

Africa, AI, Business, Circular Economy, Cyber Security, Data, Doing business, E-Commerce, Entreprenurs, Enviornment, ESG, FEATURED, Green Energy, Leadership, Manufacturing, News, SMEs, Startups, Technology, TOP STORIES

Authoritarianism Begins at Work: Why Businesses Must Guard Against the Psychology of Control

7 August 20257 August 2025 Perumal Koshy No Comments

In times of crisis or transition, the temptation to cling to certainty becomes dangerously appealing. But when certainty turns into absolutism—the belief that “whatever I think, believe, or say is correct, and only my version is valid”—we cross into the realm of authoritarian psychology. This mindset, at its extreme, has historically laid the foundation for…

Business, FEATURED, Human Capital, India, Leadership, Opinion, start-up, TOP STORIES

What Startups Can Learn from Family Businesses—And Vice Versa

31 July 202531 July 2025 Perumal Koshy No Comments

Why Startups Aren’t the Only Face of Entrepreneurship Startups drive innovation, but family businesses and traditional SMEs build resilience, trust, and long-term value. Understanding how these models complement each other is key to redefining entrepreneurship for real-world impact and sustainable economic growth. The global fascination with startups—high-growth ventures chasing billion-dollar valuations—has reshaped how we view…

FEATURED, Opinion, SMEs, start-up, Startups, TOP STORIES

Cyber Insurance: A Critical Shield for SMEs in 2025 and Beyond

28 July 202528 July 2025 Perumal Koshy No Comments

Cybersecurity insurance offers vital financial protection for SMEs, covering losses from business interruptions, regulatory fines, legal costs, and reputational damage. In today’s threat-heavy digital landscape, it’s not a backup plan — it’s a critical pillar of enterprise risk management. In today’s hyperconnected economy, cyber threats have moved beyond the domain of large corporations to become…

Business, Cyber Security, Data, Data Privacy, Technology, TOP STORIES

Enhancing Corporate Governance in Indian Startups and SMEs

19 July 202519 July 2025 Rupam Tandon No Comments

Why Governance Matters at the Grassroots Rupam Tandon discusses why robust corporate governance is becoming a growth imperative for Indian startups and SMEs. From moving beyond founder-led decision-making to building independent boards, embedding ethical leadership, succession planning, and ESG-focused practices, governance is now central to attracting investors, managing risks, and achieving sustainable, scalable growth in…

ESG, FEATURED, Opinion, Reports, SMEs, Startups, TOP STORIES

Why the Old HR Model No Longer Works

9 July 20259 July 2025 Perumal Koshy No Comments

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, one fundamental question is rarely asked aloud but deeply felt across boardrooms and break rooms alike:Is Human Resources as we know it dying? The short answer is: yes—and it should be. Traditional HR, with its roots in industrial-era management, is increasingly out of place in modern organizations. Once the gatekeepers…

Business, Human Capital, Leadership, Opinion